HW PTO Committee Sign-UP is OPEN!
The PTO Committee Sign-Up is Now Open
It’s time to get involved…whether you are interested in volunteering for a one-day event or a multi-day event, there are plenty of ways to join the fun!
Click HERE for the PTO Committee Sign-Up Genius.
Read more details about all of the PTO Committee roles offered here.
The sign-up will remain open this summer, but slots are filled on a first-come-first-served basis, so don’t delay! Thank You!
MAYFEST 2023 – Thank You Hubbard Woods!
Dear Families,
Thank you for helping make MAYFEST 2023 such a success! The sun was shining and the kids were smiling, we couldn’t have asked for anything better.
We would like to thank the following people and organizations for their personal support of the event:
MAYFEST Committee:
Co-Chairs: Jess Newell & Alyssa Demas Quinn
Committee Members: Lyn Aleshire, Lindsay Anderson, Caitlin Eck, Kelsey Harvey, Bridget Hawkinson, Alli Gary, Kerry Rogers, Megan Winters, Anna Wisniewski
Custodians: Federico Moreno & Martin Ferreyra for a tremendous amount of help with set up/clean up, and always with a smile!
Principal Carmody & HW Teachers/Staff for such special raffle donations and unwavering support!
Room Parents & Classroom Parent Volunteers for all of the game logistics including volunteer shifts, game donations/supplies, set up and clean up!
2023 Corporate Sponsors: Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, Bonnie Tripton Luxury Broker, Shannon and Kate Team at Compass, Kristen Goodfellow & Meg Sudejum @ Properties, Grins on Green Bay, Brady Orthodontics, Marla’s Brown Bag and Ciao Bella Sewing Studio.
2023 Corporate Donors: Mino’s, Grateful Bites, Graeters, Illinois Baseball Academy, The Book Stall, Green Bay Cycles, Allure Nail and Tanning, Winnetka Police Department, Winneta/Kenilworth Fire Department.
2023 Family Sponsors: Anderson/Kehoe/Rogers, Hawkinson, Salvi, Quinn, Hoyer, Babick, Weinberg, Harvey/Newell
Rah, Rah, Rah for Hubbard Woods School!
World Travelers Visits Ireland!
Our World Travelers joined Mike McCauley, father of Tatum (4th) and Margaux (2nd), as he immersed us in the myth, magic and magnificence of Ireland. Through stunning imagery of the Emerald Isle, live music, dance performances and more, students were transported to another time and place. The HW lobby was decorated highlighting family and staff stories of Irish roots, and bagpipers and local Irish dancers performed in our auditorium.
A HUGE thank you to the World Travelers Committee and volunteers!
World Travelers Visits The Netherlands!
Join us as World Travelers takes us on a journey to the Netherlands guided by the van Vilsteren family! Students will learn about the country’s geography, history, culture and heritage!
There is no need to sign up for World Travelers as all students will be able to experience the Netherlands in school! Students will view a presentation created by Julius (3rd grade) and Reinier (2nd grade). A visit to the school lobby will include a walk through the tulips, information about famous Dutch artists and personalities as well as an opportunity to contribute to the Hubbard Woods art gallery. Students can also visit the library to learn more about Anne Frank. Finally, they can keep their eyes peeled for fun facts hidden throughout the school to learn more about New York’s connection to the Netherlands, the famous Dutch windmills and more.
Kids will also be able to experience the true flavor of the Netherlands! After a long pause, we are excited to announce that we have partnered with Marla’s Lunch to offer Dutch Pancakes for those who placed orders through the PTO email link that was sent last week. Please keep an eye out for future opportunities to enjoy international flavors with World Travelers.
Also, check out the links below for additional opportunities for your family to learn more about the Netherlands at home:
- View the van Vilsteren family Travelogue at home
- View the Netherland’s Explained video from Countries Explained
- Download coloring sheets and bring them to school to hang in our own art gallery
- View masterpieces by Dutch Masters Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Mondrian and more at the Chicago Art Institute
- Try your hand at Dutch cooking with recipes from The Netherlands including a step-by-step guide to making Butter Cake with the van Vilsteren family
Many thanks to the van Vilsteren family for sharing their home country and taking us on this unique journey. Special thanks to Julius and Reinier van Vilsteren for showing us the Netherlands through the eyes of a child.
Any questions? Contact Karly Matthews or Maria Shideler, World Travelers co-chairs.
Month of Service Learning at HWS
Congratulations to our entire school community on an incredible Month of Service Learning! All students (K-4) contributed to our efforts in supporting Cradles to Crayons by donating clothes, sorting clothes and making well-wish cards! Students in 2-4th grade traveled to the C2C site downtown and helped sort loads of clothes, shoes, books and more. Students in K & 1st grade created school supply kits donated by the PTO. It was a magical month of not only learning about helping others while maintaining their dignity, but also taking action!
A very special thank you to Jessalyn Garvey who orchestrated the month of activities in conjunction with a team of teachers and staff members.
Shop the HWS Online Book Fair!
We had a successful Book Fair! If you missed the fair, or want to shop for holiday gifts, the abcfairs.com website is available so you can continue to support the Resource Center year round!
Simply shop at abcfairs.com, and at checkout, put Hubbard Woods as the School Name. 25% of the proceeds of the sales will benefit the Resource Center.
Thanks for supporting the HW Resource Center!
Hubbard Woods Highlights
The PTO is in full swing and there is a lot happening at Hubbard Woods School!